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English Courses for Adults - EC Dublin 30+
Welcome to EC Dublin 30+
Our Boutique designed schools are unique to each destination and unrivalled in the industry.
Our 30+ English schools are designed specifically for more mature students who have greater experience in life and the world of work. Through speaking, listening, reading and writing, you will learn within settings that are specially chosen to be stimulating and relevant to you.
Best in class Academics from experienced and passionate teachers ensure you progress at the rate you desire.
A first-class education Our bespoke 30+ schools were the first in the business and thanks to the dedication and hard work of you and of our teams, we remain the best. Your future success drives us to continually provide you with the highest standard of education, whether you study with us for one week or several months.
Orange Carpet Experience
We are with you every step of the way, and at EC that means you get star treatment from beginning to end.
The Orange Carpet Experience. Exclusive to EC.
On your first day, you’ll walk inside the school on an orange carpet that we roll out just for you, our VIPs. This is your first day on your English learning journey, and we want you to feel energetic, enthusiastic and excited. Our welcome won the 2016 Star Award in the UK Customer Experience Award so please, come see it for yourself.
A Week in the Life of an EC 30+ Dublin Student
Anita, Brazilian student at EC Dublin 30+
Graffiti Walking Tour
Monday
Today, I got to the school and there was literally an orange carpet at the entrance! I felt like a celebrity! I had already completed my online placement test, so I just had to do a short speaking test to confirm my level for the advanced class. We had an orientation talk to familiarise us with the city which was very helpful for settling in. The whole day was great, and we finished with a Local Tour and Welcome Drink to get to know each other.
Tuesday
I’m in love with EC Dublin and the city! It’s buzzing and every day there’s something new! It’s my first full day of classes and it’s challenging to speak English all day long, but already I can see how my English will improve during my time here. My teacher is so knowledgeable and makes learning such fun. We had a workshop about idioms to help our conversations be more natural and I really enjoyed it.
Sunday I have just unpacked my things at my home for the next month and I’m about to go to the new student welcome in EC Dublin, followed by a chat over brunch in Temple Bar! I’m feeling a little nervous but mostly, I’m excited! A new city, a new language and going back to school for the first time in many years. The sun is shining so I’ll walk to EC and explore some of the city along my way.
Wednesday
This morning, I went to a workshop called Interview Skills. It taught me a lot in terms of speaking professionally and with confidence to a prospective employer. I grabbed lunch with my classmates, then went to our afternoon classes. This evening I went on the Graffiti Walking Tour organised by EC and had an amazing time! The creativity and colours in the city are beautiful. I’m tired, and happy, after such an eventful day.
Thursday
Friday Saturday
My classes were in the morning today, which meant I had the afternoon free to catch up on some work in the student lounge. The free Wi-Fi makes it easy, and because the lounge is within the school, there are always several of us working there. It feels just like a co-working space and already some of the other students have become contacts. One person is in the same line of work as me, so we had a great discussion about our careers and plans for the future. I went to another free workshop this morning, called CV Clinic and then to my classes in the afternoon. The CV Clinic has helped me see how I can improve my applications for English speaking roles and aim as high as possible in a company. I feel that I can already understand more in class, and outside of it too, and even when I make a mistake, that’s ok because I'm encouraged by my teacher and classmates to keep trying. I saw some students graduating from their course with their course certificates and happy faces. Hopefully I will be the same by the end of my course! Today was a full-day excursion to the Cliffs of Moher and oh, my goodness… what a beautiful place! The landscape took my breath away and images of those wild, rugged cliffs will stay with me forever. Afterwards, we went for a traditional pint of Guinness and fish and chips in a bar. We talked as locals and classmates all together. The whole day was wonderful; I loved every moment of it. It amazes me how each day is better than the one before. My friends, the teachers and staff are all wonderful and I’m delighted to have 3 weeks more of this to enjoy.
Dublin
Since the 9th century, and long before, poets, artists and historians have flocked to Dublin. Here in the Irish 30+ school, the words of W.B. Yeats, James Joyce and Bram Stoker will influence you to write your own story, by the banks of the canal.
Interview Skills
42 Learn with like-minded students at EC Dublin
Living Costs in Dublin ○ Recommended budget to cover basic costs for transport, food and entertainment at EC Dublin: approximately €210-€220 per week.
“Taste the local culture at the Guinness Storehouse or Irish Whiskey Museum followed by historical Trinity College. The huge Phoenix Park is home to our President, as well as Dublin Zoo. History buffs can explore the remains of Ashtown Castle, built in the 15th century.
– Sophie, Student Services Coordinator
The activities above are a sample and subject to change.
Culture and conversation at the Welcome Drink
Trinity College & Book of Kells
Molly Malone Statue The National Concert Hall
St Stephen's Green
EC Dublin
Portobello
St Patrick's Cathedral
Free language workshops include pronunciation class, book club and CV clinic, where you can bring in your CV for review and get feedback. We also offer free lessons; our free preposition lesson is always packed! General English (20/30) English for Work (20 GE + 10 Special Focus) English in the City (20 GE + 10 Special Focus) One-to-One
Sleep
HOMESTAY standard , comfort RESIDENCE comfort
Included with your course e Access to EC Online from booking e Online Placement Test e Orange Carpet Experience e Course books e Extra language workshops and activities e Social and cultural programme e Free WiFi
Access to Interactive Touchscreen TVs Self-study area Student lounge Library Café next door
A dedicated 30+ space
Each EC 30+ school has its own co-workingspaces, dedicated areas for 30+ students tonetwork, to research or to do your work. Whenyou select a school, it’s because it fulfills yourEnglish language goals and allows you to doso without interrupting your life. Rather, it enriches it.
By learning with like-minded students, a senseof community develops to create a supportivebond. You will network, learn from each other,explore similar interests, motivate each other,and learn how to advance your skills andenhance your life and career.
